Pre & Post Treatment Instructions for PRP
To ensure you are fully equipped for your PRP (platelet-rich plasma) therapy sessions at our Glasgow clinic, read our before and after instructions below.
Hair Shedding vs Hair Loss
The difference between hair shedding vs hair loss matters more than you might think. It affects how your doctor diagnoses the root cause, what treatments may work and what to expect over time.
Continue reading to learn about the distinction between hair shedding and hair loss, the causes and your treatment options.
How to Choose a Reputable Hair Transplant Surgeon in the UK
When choosing a reputable hair transplant surgeon or clinic in the United Kingdom, look for experience, training, certification by professional organizations, and a good safety record.
Are You a Good Candidate for Hair Transplant Surgery?
Dr Bonaros is often asked, “Can anyone get a hair transplant?” Unfortunately, the answer is no. Despite medical advancements, not everyone suffering from hair loss is a good hair transplant candidate.
If you are considering this procedure, it is essential to educate yourself about who is eligible for a hair transplant.
How Hair Loss Can Affect You Psychologically
Alopecia, a disease resulting in hair loss, may not be a severe medical issue. However, in most cases, hair loss has a weighty impact on psychological well being. Living with receding hair takes an emotional toll on those affected. Luckily, you do not have to lay your arms in front of alopecia. Both hair loss and resulting psychological effects can be treated.
Non-AGA Causes of Hair Loss
While androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is the most common cause of hair loss in both men and women, the latter can also be due to a number of other conditions. These conditions may not be recognized until they are diagnosed by a physician hair restoration specialist.
Female Pattern Hair Loss — Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
The typical appearance of female hair pattern baldness is diffuse thinning (overall hair loss and reduced density) in areas over the top of the scalp. Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) occurs in many women and is also known as female pattern hair loss (FPHL). Female pattern baldness can begin at any age, from adolescence through middle age. AGA patterns in women are significantly different from male pattern baldness.
What is Genetic Hair Loss? The Biology of Hair Loss
Genetic male and female pattern hair loss is also called androgenetic alopecia (AGA). The word androgenetic represents how both androgens (andro) and genes (genetic) are involved in hereditary hair loss. Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss. It comes from the Ancient Greek word ”αλωπεκια” which means “without hair”.